Scampishness

Pronunciation: /ˈɛsˈkæmpˈɪʃˈnɛs/

Scampishness (noun)

  1. The quality of behaving in a playful, slightly naughty way, often causing small problems or trouble.
  2. A tendency to act in a rude or careless way, ignoring rules, with a sense of fun or boldness.

Examples

  • Her scampishness made the game more exciting.
  • The child’s scampishness caused small problems at school.